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MAPPING ROUTES FOR GRAVEL RIDES A simple guide to mapping new routes. https://lnkd.in/eyvjgg4M

What if sustainable transportation just isn’t fun enough? I know that sounds like an oversimplification, but most people seem to underestimate the power of fun with regard to changing commuter behaviour. Perhaps our biggest problem isn’t a lack of infrastructure, but a lack of interest. Take a look at this video about how Bentonville, Arkansas has made cycling much more attractive to commuters by making it fun! https://lnkd.in/e_QHE6WH

Have you seen this video? Watch the video below to see how Viv Wills put his Daily 4x4 to the test. #HendyIVECO #IVECODaily #Daily4x4

Bay to Bay 30km 🏃 This race was a big eye-opener for me. I learnt a lot about the importance of preparation both before the big day and during the race itself. Despite battling a nasty bout of sickness on race day, I am chuffed that I finished and powered through against the voice in my head telling me to call it quits from the 10km mark. Here are the key takeaways that I’ll be carrying forward into my next race: • Note to self: never underestimate the importance of pre-race preparation! Lesson learned: no more sleeping on couches the night before race day, and if I do, making sure I'm armed with a fan and mosquito spray. • Fueling up properly is crucial. Gone are the days of relying on a single jungle oats bar; a good meal beforehand is a game-changer. • Lesson learned the hard way: stick to familiar gels to avoid feeling nauseous mid-race. Next race: Cape Peninsula Marathon 🏆

The Natchez Trace 444: A Race Against Time and History The Natchez Trace 444 stands as a testament to human endurance, weaving through the heart of America's deep south. This 444-mile solo time trial is a RAAM Qualifier, where cyclists push beyond their limits on a road with no stop signs, no turns, and no traffic lights. It's a race that's as much about speed as it is about spirit, where riders pedal through 10,000 years of history on the Natchez Trace Parkway. From Native American trails to pioneer routes, every mile tells a story. Join the ranks of the bold and the relentless in a race that's not just against competitors, but against the very essence of time itself. #NatchezTrace444 #EnduranceCycling #UltraCycling #CyclingAdventure #BikeRace

See what XTERRA trail is about - https://lnkd.in/giqSWjbk #trailrunning XTERRA

This is a step in the right direction. There should be a transportation impact study to determine the most appropriate, safe and optimal design and application considering infra, equipment and human dynamics to pull this off. So far, we have yet to see any formal urban design study to address this transport mode (cycling) integrated in our mobility infrastructure.

Bicycles are for everyone. That is the takeaway Canyon Bicycles GmbH wants you to have from its recent collaboration with Lebron James. And... they're right! 46% of survey respondents in McKinsey's Center for Future Mobility survey indicate they're open to replacing their private vehicles with other modes of transport in the coming decade. By 2030 the market for micro-mobility is expected to reach $440B. No matter the reason, cycling is for all. https://lnkd.in/gAR6rcrA https://lnkd.in/gtFyJxbg

Cycling on rural roads – removing barriers in focus in new SAFER connected project!  🚴 🚴 Have you ever held your breath, focusing intently on keeping your bike within the extremely narrow shoulder, avoiding the ditch, while cars and trucks zoom past you with just meters to spare? You're not alone! Many rural cyclists experience this, and it seems there will be even more in the future. One thing is certain: we need more active travelers to transition to a sustainable transportation system. But how can we accelerate this transition without jeopardizing the lives of these pioneers, who are leading the way towards a sustainable lifestyle? This is the question a new project, led by Katja Kircher, and carried out by If Insurance and Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute (VTI) together with Ramdoll and POC in SAFER's portfolio aims to answer! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dW8Rs_YV

Can cyclists ride on the pavement? This is a question we hear a lot, and other queries which relate to this as sometimes there can be confusion with motorists and cyclists alike. Read all about the rules around where you can cycle today as we delve into this question 🚴 https://loom.ly/ONGxbgs #CycleSafety #CycleRules